Join Associate Professor Rebecca Cooper, former teacher turned education academic, as she invites teachers and Monash University Alumni with different educational backgrounds, experiences and learnings to share their insights on a number of topics that teachers in Australian classrooms are facing today.
Updated: 03 August 2026
3 August 2026
EP 3: At the Edge of the Curriculum: Why Performing Arts Still Matter
Performing arts are often the first subjects reduced in schools - yet for many students, they’re where confidence, creativity, connection and engagement are built in ways other learning environments often can’t replicate.
6 July 2026
EP 2: What We Haven't Learned Yet: Indigenous Perspectives and Meaningful Change
Embedding Indigenous perspectives in schools isn’t just about what we teach - it’s about what educators themselves still need to understand, and why meaningful change often begins there. Beyond curriculum content, this conversation explores history, reflection, relationships, and responsibility in education.
8 June 2026
EP 1: Beyond Behaviour: Understanding Trauma-Informed Practice in Schools
Not every student behaviour is defiance, disengagement, or disruption. As trauma-informed practice becomes a growing focus in education, teachers are increasingly being asked to respond to complex student needs with understanding, safety and connection.
Upcoming episodes
- EP 4: What Makes Change Stick: Research, Trust and Innovation in Schools
7 September 2026 - EP 5: More Than One Approach: Learning Science in Practice
5 October 2026 - EP 6: Teaching in the Anthropocene: Science Education in a Changing World
2 November 2026
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05 August 2025
Episode 6: Behaviour as Learning: A Fresh Perspective for Educators
Behaviour management in the classroom is one of teaching’s toughest challenges - but what if we approached it like any other part of learning? This episode flips the script - exploring how structure, consistency and intentional teaching can transform behaviour support for both students and educators.
15 July 2025
Episode 5: Keeping Play in the Picture: Imagination and Learning in Early Education
Play is how young children learn best - but in school, it’s often left behind in favour of more structured teaching. This episode shows how imagination and play remain central to learning well into the primary years.
24 June 2025
Episode 4: Game Plan: Transforming Maths Teaching through Strategic Play
Game-based learning isn’t about making maths fun - it’s about making it stick. From strategy and reflection to rich investigations, we explore how games can reshape how students think, reason and engage with maths learning.
3 June 2025
Episode 3: Teaching in the Age of AI: How Educators Can Lead the Change
AI is reshaping industries and daily life around the world - and education is no exception. As the technology accelerates, it’s already transforming how teachers plan, assess, communicate and connect with students.
13 May 2025
Episode 2: Staying the Course: Career Progression and Leadership in Teaching
Leadership roles are landing on teachers earlier than ever. But fast-tracking a career can bring additional pressure - and a higher risk of burnout. We explore what sustainable career progression looks like - and how teachers can stay the course.
15 April 2025
Episode 1: Navigating the Manosphere: When Gender Ideologies Enter the Classroom
A growing number of female teachers are noticing a troubling shift in classroom behavior — a rise in disrespect from male students. Dr Stephanie Wescott and teacher Simone Nguyen join the conversation to explore what’s behind this cultural shift and how educators can respond. Content warning: includes discussion of violence against women and girls.
29 October 2024
Episode 6: Cultivating Creativity and Critical Thinking in the classroom
In this episode, we delve into the essential role of creativity and critical thinking within the educational sphere, exploring how these fundamental skills are pivotal across all subjects. Our guests highlight the dynamic ways these skills can be integrated into daily teaching practices to enhance student learning and engagement, particularly through problem-solving.
8 October 2024
Episode 5: Enriching Literacy in Diverse Classrooms
In this episode, we explore the evolving world of literacy education, where technological innovations are revolutionising traditional teaching and learning methods.
10 September 2024
Episode 4: Nurturing Minds - The Interplay of Mental Health, Wellbeing and Learning
Join us as we explore how fostering student mental health and wellbeing impacts their academic success. From the importance of creating trusting relationships to the impact of COVID-19 - learn how to create strategies that support both students and teachers to create a nurturing and cohesive educational environment.
13 August 2024
Episode 3: The Power of Positive and Restorative Learning Environments in Education
This episode takes a closer look at how creating supportive learning environments through trauma-informed practices and restorative justice can fundamentally transform the classroom landscape. It emphasises the importance of recognising student’s backgrounds to nurture and heal relationships, thereby enhancing learning outcomes.
16 July 2024
Episode 2: Tailored Teaching - Adapting to Every Style of Learner
Join us as we explore the art of differentiation in education, revealing how personalised teaching strategies can effectively meet individual student needs and foster inclusivity, transforming classroom dynamics and empowering every student to reach their full potential.
18 June 2024
Episode 1: Feedback - The Driver of Learning and Relationships
We kick off our second season of Let’s Talk Teaching by exploring the transformative role of feedback in education. This episode uncovers how technology is revolutionising teacher-student interactions, shifting from traditional methodologies to innovative approaches that enhance learning outcomes.
19 September 2023
Episode 6: Embracing your identity for teaching success
Join us for the season finale of Let’s Talk Teaching as we explore the significance of nurturing and embracing one’s teacher identity, and how it can create a lasting impact in the classroom and beyond.
5 September 2023
Episode 5: Creating Strong Partnerships with Parents, Carers and the Community
Join us as we discuss the importance of building and sustaining partnerships with parents, carers, and community groups to enhance student learning opportunities and outcomes.
22 August 2023
Episode 4: Beyond the Big Smoke - The Pros and Cons of Teaching in a Rural Community
What is it really like teaching in a rural or remote school? In this episode, we discuss the opportunities, benefits, and challenges of working so far away from inner suburbia.
25 July 2023
Episode 2: How Coaching and Mentoring Can Transform Your Teaching Journey
In this episode, we're diving into the world of coaching and mentoring and discussing how these practices can significantly impact the development of teachers at all stages of their careers.
11 July 2023
Episode 1: Building Better Behaviour Through Effective Classroom Management
On our first episode of Let’s Talk Teaching, we explore effective strategies for creating positive and supportive classroom environments that foster connections, while improving learning outcomes for students.
14 March 2023
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The podcast created for teachers, by teachers. Join Dr. Rebecca Cooper from the Faculty of Education at Monash University and her guests as they discuss a range of practical topics to help you develop and grow as a teacher. Gain valuable insights from experts in Australian classrooms and take their perspectives and strategies back to your own classroom.
